Lung function tests

Spirometry or lung function testing is carried out to comply with requirements under COSHH to provide regular health surveillance if a potential occupational asthma agent is present in the workplace.

Many industries use dangerous substances in their procedures. These can lead to obstructive and/or restrictive lung disease and so-called sensitisers can lead to occupational asthma, a reportable disease. Industries with workers most at risk include those dealing with paint, flour, glue, resins, wood, pharmaceuticals, dyes, fluxes and detergents.

The computerised test measures peak flow, lung volume and airway resistance to identify the possible presence of either restricive and/or obstructive patterns. The figures are adjusted for age, sex and height of the individual.

A file is produced for each employee, with a management report providing a summary of results. We will refer for further testing if required.

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